2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Albea weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Albea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
